Trail Running calendar near Marion 2026-2027

A 5k in Valdese, NC on April 4, 2026 supporting awareness for humane treatment of incarcerated people. The course features a slope, rock stairs, a suspension bridge near 0.5 miles and an out and back on the Valdese greenway.

A flat, 100% dirt trail event along the New River and Chestnut Creek offering 100k, 50k, 25k, 10k and a free untimed 5k. Staffed aid stations, cupless rules, drop bag options for longer distances, and awards by overall and age group.

A trail ultramarathon in Ferguson NC on April 11 2026 with 25K, 50K, 50 mile and 100 mile options on a 12 mile loop that gains 3,050 ft per loop. Aid stations are stocked and a pacer is required for 100 mile runners after dusk.

Experience the annual Union Half Marathon and Relay across two scenic trails in Big Stone Gap. Run through historic train tunnels on a USATF certified course while supporting local cross country and youth medical research.

Experience a strenuous hike or run through Hanging Rock State Park reaching five high elevations. Choose between 5 or 11 mile routes that summit mountain peaks and explore scenic rock outcrops to support park conservation.

A looped *50K* mountain ultramarathon near Galax, VA on April 18, 2026, with about 500 feet of climb per mile and a 16-hour cutoff. Aid stations every mile, free camping, and hot meals on course.

Experience a premier gravel cycling event through the rugged Wilson Creek Gorge and Grandfather Ranger District with scenic 58 and 85 mile routes starting in downtown Lenoir.

A weekend trail event in Bristol VA offering 50K, 25K and a 3 mile walk on riverside trails with swinging bridges, a fire tower climb, aid stations and chip timing.

A looped trail ultra at ACE Adventure Resort and New River Gorge with waterfalls, creek crossings, and four 25K loops for the 100K. Race options include solo 100K and 50K plus two and four person 100K relays.

A trail race weekend in Grayson Highlands State Park near Mouth of Wilson, VA, offering 50-mile, 50K, 25K and 8-mile options, with elevation gains, awards, finisher swag, and proceeds supporting the park and local groups.

Run the Huckleberry Jam Point-To-Point on the scenic Huckleberry Trail. Choose from an 8.1-mile or 1.75-mile point-to-point course, both finishing at the Christiansburg Rec Center. All net proceeds support the Friends of the Huckleberry Tra..

A point-to-point mountain trail event in Burnsville, NC, featuring **50K** and **25K** courses with large vertical gain, steep rope sections, mandatory start shuttle, and on-course technical terrain. The route has recent changes after storm..

Experience a community focused obstacle course race at a motocross training facility in North Carolina. Navigate a dirt bike track, creek runs, and pond crossings across distances ranging from 1 to 6 miles.

Run the new Trail Days Half Marathon on the scenic Virginia Creeper Trail during the Appalachian Trail Days Festival. Enjoy a professionally timed event with a shirt and finisher award, followed by a festive afternoon in Damascus Town Park.

A Backyard Ultra in Williamson WV on May 22, 2026 using a measured 4.1667 mile out-and-back loop. Runners repeat hourly loops until one runner completes an extra lap; one aid station, camp space, live timing and video are provided.

A 12K trail run in Norton, Virginia on May 23, 2026, held on the City of Norton Flag Rock Area Trails. Proceeds support the Norton Friends and Farmers Market Senior Supplement Program; registrants by May 10 are guaranteed a race shirt.

Trail races at Doe Mountain Recreation Area near Mountain City, TN, including 50K, 25K and 13K courses, a kids mile for ages 5 to 12, and access to a 60 foot fire tower. The event is USATF sanctioned.

A 10 miles out and back trail race on the VA Creeper rail to trail in Abingdon, VA, mostly dirt and gravel with two road crossings. Registration has a $20 fee and awards are given by overall place and multiple age groups.

A multi distance ultrarun near Abingdon, Virginia featuring a 50 mile out and back, a 55K point to point, and a separate Pepsi Challenge 25K with long downhill sections, crew access, and cupless race rules.

Experience the 16th annual Marine Corps League Mud Run in Pinnacle featuring a 5k course with mud pits and obstacles. Choose between individual and team waves or the Pollywog Kids Race at Jomeokee Park and Campground.